For
Seeing real objects gives a deeper connection to history.
Against
Virtual tours and online archives are enough for learning.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“There is something different about seeing an object in person, especially if the scale is important.”
“Being in the same room really brings home the reality that these were real people, real lives and deaths.”
“Almost all museums have their entire collections available to view online, even the pieces not currently on display.”
“Google Arts & Culture app has virtual tours.”